Carb’s Bong Orchestra

Carb’s Bong Orchestra was a 13-person bong orchestra assembled by Carly Barton to observe the 4/20 holiday, inspired by Tatsuya Nakatani’s Nakatani Gong Orchestra. The orchestra was divided into four sections: winds, bongs, bubbles, and percussion.

Performers: Ryan Carlisle, Wolf Black, Coco Madrid, Dr. Brianna Sas, Alec Marchant, Emily Stennes, Tony Remple, John Kammerle, Matthew Henderson, Derrick Spotts, Dr. Sarah K-D, Dan K-D, Emma Barnett

The full performance (as well as the flashes of my disposable camera) may be seen here.

Based in: Portland, OR
Years Active: 2023

Related Acts: Carly Barton, Jan Julius, Magisterial, Moss Wand, Rap Class, Special Permission, Surgery Season, Yelling Choir

Bandcamp: carlybarton.bandcamp.com/album/carbs-bong-orchestra-portland-or-04202023
Website: carlybarton.net/carb’s-bong-orchestra

Set Photographed:
April 20 2023 at Emily’s Basement